As one of the great fishing towns in the area Newport is definitely a place where you will want to get out and try your hand at the reel. No one does it better then Captain Mike at Archangel Charters, book a full day or half day, stay in Newport or even consider a trip to Block Island. Either way you will end the day happy and eager to go out again!
Newport’s well-known Cliff Walk was the first of its kind in New England when it was built in 1975. Spanning 3.5 miles, this trail delights trekkers of all ages with its beautiful ocean views, plant life, and panoramas of the historic Mansions.
For a typical coastal New England beach-day treat, a trip to Eason’s Beach is a must. Stop by the snack shack and try a famous twin lobster roll while enjoying the beautiful ocean view. Newport’s only ocean beach offers activities for the entire family with free summer concerts, a skateboard park, carousel and the Save the Pay’s Exploration Center and Aquarium.
Newport has been home to the well-known annual Folk Festival, held at Fort Adams State Park in each summer since 1959 when it was founded by George Wein. Musicians such as Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash and The Pixies are among the many famous artists who have wowed festival-goers with their live talent over the years. Be sure to purchase tickets in advance and get ready for two days of great music, food, crafts and memories.
Tennis enthusiasts cannot miss this epic Hall of Fame, which has indicted tennis stars Arthur Ashe, Billie Jean King, Pete Sampras and Andrea Agassi, among many other talented pros throughout the years. Plan a visit to check out an exhibition match, visit the museum, or even sign up for a lesson on the beautifully manicured grass courts and be inspired by the many legends that have walked these grounds.
Another great festival founded by George Wein, in 1954 the Newport Jazz festival was the first of its kind to catch fire in the United States. Since then, legendary jazz performers such as Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald and Miles Davis have taken the stage in Newport. Every year international jazz enthusiast’s travel to this beautiful destination to be awed by the latest Jazz gurus and to take in the sites of the beautiful city.
Few would consider a trip to Newport complete without a visit to the infamous Mansions that line the shoreline of historic Newport. Whether choosing to take a guided tour, attend a glamorous event, or following the Cliff Walk for a beautiful chance to view these extraordinary homes, viewers will be in awe of the Mansions, which have been kept in peak condition thanks to the Preservation Society.
As host to one of the Atlantic ports in the Tall Ships Challenge®, Newport offers sailing enthusiasts and cultural seekers alike the opportunity to experience this exciting event each summer. With delicious food, music, and entertainment for the entire family, Ocean State Tall Ships® does not only offer the chance to explore the unique vessels themselves, but to experience the enriching international cultures that have influenced sailing throughout the ages.
Spanning approximately 1.5 miles, Thames street is located at the heart of Newport’s downtown area. This street is hopping with foot traffic all day long and on through the night. Adorned with shops, top-notch restaurants, bars and a great night life scene, visitors will find themselves coming back to Thames Street to visit all their favorite local hot spots.
